7 Powerful Stories of Hope Amidst the Suffering of Hurricane Harvey

The world has watched in horror this last week as Hurricane Harvey unleashed its destruction on Texas, Houston in particular. The suffering and devastation it has left in its wake has been horrendous and very frightening. However, as the famous Fred Rogers quote goes, “When I was a boy and I would see scary things in the news, my mother would say to me, “Look for the helpers. You will always find people who are helping,” the tragedy of the situation has also bought out the best in people, as well as some truly amazing miracles.

In a spirit of gratitude and compassion, here we share seven of the most powerful stories to come out of the suffering that has been caused by Hurricane Harvey.

Please note that not all of the websites we link to here are Catholic or faith based, and readers follow the links at their own discretion.

7 Powerful Stories of Hope Amidst the Suffering of Hurricane Harvey:

7 Powerful Stories of Hope Amidst the Suffering of Hurricane Harvey

In a spirit of gratitude and compassion, here we share seven of the most powerful stories to come out of the suffering that has been caused by Hurricane Harvey.

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Please note that not all of the websites we link to here are Catholic or faith based, and readers follow the links at their own discretion.

The Furniture Store Owner Who Opened His Store to Everyone

“I continued my Catholic faith throughout my life, trying to do the right thing…”

Source: ChurchPop

The Statues of Mary that Could Not Be Destroyed

“I dug around here looking for things and all I found was the Virgin Mary.”

Source: CNA.com

The “Living Miracle” of the Baby Found in Tragic Circumstances

“According to Riley, there is no question that this brave mama’s final act “absolutely saved the child’s life.””

Source: Faithit.com

The Mayor Who Would Turn No-One Away

“”If you need help and someone comes and they require help, and then for some reason, then somebody tries to deport them, I will represent them myself, OK?” Turner said.”

Source: www.upworthy.com

The Kayaking Priest Who Would Not Be Stopped

“I hope this can bring a smile to a few people and I’m praying for everyone who is in need.”

Source: www.epicpew.com

The TV Reported Who Saved a Life

“Smith yelled out to the driver, but there didn’t seem to be much she or Sandoval could do from their position on the overpass.”

Source: www.upworthy.com

The Hurricane Shelter that Showed the Power of the Gospel

“Y’all, THE GOSPEL IS GOING VIRAL!!!… God had a plan! Not only did He want to Love on those gathered in Lodestar Expo Center who suffered loss at the hands of Hurricane Harvey, but He wanted to love on people across the world who were dealing with their own personal storms!!!”

Source: www.relevantmagazine.com

Finally, How to Donate If You Want to Help

Check out this article on how to help from near or afar.

“Spiritual help:

All Catholic churches in the Diocese of Dallas will host a Holy Hour with Eucharistic Adoration at 7 p.m. Sept. 7 to offer prayer and solace to storm victims.

Dallas Bishop Edward L. Burns will preside at the Holy Hour at the Cathedral Shrine of the Virgin of Guadalupe at 2215 Ross Ave. All churches in the diocese will ring their bells five minutes before the Holy Hour begins.

Burns also asked that parishes pray the Rosary before Masses on Sept. 9-10.

Donated Rosary beads will be distributed before Mass and given to Catholic evacuees with the message that the prayer had been offered for them and all victims of Hurricane Harvey.”

“God wishes to establish the devotion to my Immaculate Heart throughout the world.”

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